Outside the Disney Bubble
Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.
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Jul- 2026 -21 July
Universal Looks to Control Heavy Crowds With Latest Major Announcement
Universal Orlando Resort has completed the haunted-house lineup for Halloween Horror Nights 35, adding Evil Dead Burn less than six weeks before the event begins. The announcement gives horror fans one more recognizable franchise to experience when Halloween Horror Nights returns to Universal Studios Florida on August 28. It also arrives alongside a less thrilling development for the event’s most
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21 July
Universal Orlando’s Rapid Expansion Is Creating New Problems for Guests
Every vacation has a few surprises, and Universal Orlando is no exception. The resort continues adding new attractions, hotels, and experiences at an impressive pace, but guests still encounter several common frustrations that can affect their day. While none are deal-breakers, they're worth knowing about before you head through the front gates. Storms Can Bring Your Plans to a Halt Epic Universe
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21 July
Universal Completes HHN 35 Lineup, Reveals Haunted Houses and Fresh Horrors
The countdown to Halloween Horror Nights is becoming much more exciting now that Universal Orlando Resort has revealed almost everything guests can expect at HHN 35. After steadily announcing haunted houses, entertainment, and scare zones over the past several weeks, the resort has assembled what looks to be one of its biggest event lineups in recent years. A few announcements are still missing be
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21 July
Universal Closes Jurassic Park Restaurant, Raising Questions About Mythos
Big changes continue to reshape Universal Orlando, and another beloved location appears to be moving closer to its final chapter. Universal has already confirmed that Mythos Restaurant won't remain in The Lost Continent forever. The company previously said the award-winning restaurant is expected to stay open until 2027 before eventually closing. Normally, that would give guests little reason to w
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21 July
Halloween Horror Nights 35 Passes Drop and the Queue Has Fans on Edge
Fans have been asking for weeks. Universal Orlando Resort delivered this morning. Halloween Horror Nights 35 Frequent Fear passes went on sale around 7 a.m., and the queue system immediately proved why theme park ticket launches are a sport. The line moved, then it stalled, then it moved again. The app outperformed the browser. By 9:10 a.m., all four tiers were still available, which means the win
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20 July
Universal Closing One of Epic Universe’s Biggest Attractions This September
Epic Universe has quickly become one of Orlando's biggest vacation destinations, but guests planning to visit this September should be aware of one notable change before they arrive. Universal has confirmed that one of the park's signature attractions will temporarily go offline, leaving visitors with one less experience during an otherwise popular travel period. The closure won't last long, but t
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20 July
Universal May Have Changed Halloween Horror Nights Rollout After Massive Leak
Halloween Horror Nights speculation season took another unexpected turn this week, and it may have forced Universal Orlando into an earlier announcement than originally planned. A rumored Ozzy Osbourne haunted house leaked online and quickly became one of the biggest talking points among Horror Nights fans. Then, almost immediately afterward, Universal teased that a major announcement is arriving
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20 July
Universal’s Jurassic Park Ride Replacement Revealed in New Aerial Photos
Universal Orlando has spent most of 2026 keeping Jurassic Park River Adventure hidden behind construction walls, leaving fans wondering exactly what they'll find when the attraction finally returns this fall. Now, the biggest clues yet have arrived. Fresh aerial photos shared by @Bioreconstruct on X offer an unprecedented look inside the lengthy refurbishment, revealing everything from partially r
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19 July
Universal Removes Another Iconic Jurassic Park Location
Visitors heading to Islands of Adventure may be saying goodbye to one of Jurassic Park's most recognizable dining locations. A report shared Sunday says a Universal Orlando Team Member confirmed Thunder Falls Terrace will permanently close after today's operations. While Universal has not publicly confirmed the closure, the report has quickly spread throughout the theme park community, with many l
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19 July
Hersheypark Closes Gates on July 19, Gives Ticketholders Two Options
A severe thunderstorm watch over South-Central Pennsylvania brought Saturday evening's plans at Hersheypark Stadium to an abrupt halt. Fortunately, the venue moved quickly to give thousands of affected ticketholders a clear path forward. The Decision Made for Safety Hersheypark Stadium announced on Saturday, July 19, that the Thomas Rhett and Niall Horan concert scheduled for that evening would no
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